Help with ideas to make a tables from plastic drum reels?
i want to make aoutside/ patio tables from plastic drum reels. I don't know what to cover the top with to make it smooth for a table.
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Are you looking for table top material (glass plexiglass)? Or do you have a specific issue with the reel and need help figuring out how to attach a table top? Perhaps a photo would help get a better answer.
How about a piece of wood?
piece of wood for sure will help in this project
I don't know what plastic drum reels are. But glass or wood works great for tops.
Glass is what they use for out side or metel it stands the weather better
can you provide some pictures ? Glass is usually the best to keep outside
If you go with glass, make sure it is "tempered" so if it ever breaks you end up with pebbled glass pieces instead of shards, splinters, etc. Especially important if you have children or pets.
Wood or glass would do the trick but be sure to seal up the wood well or keep it away from weather.
Glass or wood and finish the tops or tile on top of wood
Hello Carolyn,
Perspex, Toughened glass, Marine plywood. Old Pallet wood. Anything really that fits the bill.